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Book Cover for: Careless Whispers, Synithia Williams

Careless Whispers

Synithia Williams
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Today for Black History Month, we have the delight of having Synithia Williams, author of Careless Whispers! 💜 In Joce's interview with Synithia, they discuss writing romance in the American South, Black Joy, and Synithia recommends C-drama and K-drama! https://thequietpond.com/2021/02/24/black-history-month-an-interview-with-synithia-williams-author-of-the-careless-whispers-on-the-american-south-black-joy-and-k-drama-c-drama-recommendations/ https://t.co/Syeu8UU3og

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Book Cover for: A Magic Steeped in Poison, Judy I. Lin

A Magic Steeped in Poison

Judy I. Lin
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🌷🌱 Pondathon II Readathon 🌷🌱 You've received a Companion Quest from Judy Lin, author of A Magic Steeped in Poison! It's tea time at the Pond! Let's get our favourite drinks and- but wait, what IS your favourite drink? See the quest here: https://t.co/LaWzVyyd5b https://t.co/8ZKdWG53vh

Paperback, 2024

$13.99Member price:$6.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: Partly Cloudy, Tanita S. Davis

Partly Cloudy

Tanita S. Davis
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PARTLY CLOUDY ⛅ by Tanita S. Davis is an amazing MG contemporary about Madalyn, the only Black girl in her class, she has just moved in with her great-uncle, and wildfires threaten the PNW. Here are five reasons to read this perfect slice of life story! https://t.co/AFRIcLzGHh https://t.co/wFQcQLViGP

Hardcover, 2021

$16.99Member price:$8.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: The Perfect World of Miwako Sumida, Clarissa Goenawan

The Perfect World of Miwako Sumida

Clarissa Goenawan
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Today for Asian Pasifika Heritage Month at the Pond, we have Clarissa Goenawan (@ClaireClaire05) author of The Perfect World of Miwako Sumida! 🌸 In Joce's review, they discuss trusting in the writing process, grief and mental health in storytelling: https://t.co/YEauzVLM2R https://t.co/LRiptweMBZ

Paperback, 2021

$16.00Member price:$8.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: When You Were Everything, Ashley Woodfolk

When You Were Everything

Ashley Woodfolk
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If you’ve ever experienced a friendship breakup and never knew the exact words to describe the pain, heartbreak, and anguish, Ashley Woodfolk’s WHEN YOU WERE EVERYTHING is the right book for you. 😭💔 Read Joce’s review here: https://t.co/knoo1b1rlp https://t.co/2Leg04h3cF

Paperback, 2021

$11.99Member price:$5.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: Once Upon a K-Prom, Kat Cho

Once Upon a K-Prom

Kat Cho
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ONCE UPON A K-PROM by Kat Cho is a treat for lovers of K-Pop stories, childhood best friends-to-lovers, and a satisfying story with fluff and drama. ✨ Read CW's review: https://t.co/PjZb4QI9na https://t.co/BGAgmnCIbf

Paperback, 2023

$10.99Member price:$5.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: Keeping It Real, Paula Chase

Keeping It Real

Paula Chase
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KEEPING IT REAL by Paula Chase is a sharp and relatable story where hip hop fashion, family secrets, and friendship collide, with nuanced explorations into Black identity and "fitting in". ✨ Read my five reasons why you should read this awesome book: https://t.co/3vXov7gi8k https://t.co/8peumUPkcw

Paperback, 2022

$7.99Member price:$3.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: A Lot Like Adiós, Alexis Daria

A Lot Like Adiós

Alexis Daria
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We all love second chance romances, and A LOT LIKE ADIÓS by Alexis Daria is no exception! 🔥 Childhood best friends Michelle & Gabe reunite years later and navigate their flame that was never went out. Read Joce’s review to find out why it was amazing 😍: https://t.co/ofS0f9PgeK https://t.co/HzqeK8dSLc

Paperback, 2021

$19.99Member price:$9.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: You Bring the Distant Near, Mitali Perkins

You Bring the Distant Near

Mitali Perkins
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Today for Asian Pasifika Heritage Month at the Pond, we have Mitali Perkins (@MitaliPerkins), author of You Bring the Distant Near! ✨ In Joce's interview with Mitali, they discuss writing a multigenerational story, coming of age and trauma in YA: https://t.co/Yt7O8RipSN https://t.co/7U6Dz8ac2H

Paperback, 2019

$12.99Member price:$6.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: Red, White, and Whole: A Newbery Honor Award Winner, Rajani Larocca

Red, White, and Whole: A Newbery Honor Award Winner

Rajani Larocca
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If you are ready for heartbreak, I recommend RED, WHITE, AND WHOLE by Rajani LaRocca. This wonderful middle grade novel in verse features Reha, an Indian-American girl whose mother was diagnosed with leukemia. 🌹 Read Joce’s review here: https://t.co/51hnuBR89q https://t.co/aDCq7S59w8

Paperback, 2023

$9.99Member price:$4.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book